Special Projects Fellow

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boston’s Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement (OYEA) seeks a Special Projects Fellow for a one-year rotating position. The role supports youth programs, coordinates seasonal projects, and collaborates with city agencies and community partners.

Strong organization, attention to detail, and public service interest are essential. Responsibilities include project management, budgeting, outreach, translations, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of full, or equivalent part-time, experience.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred and may be substituted for two years of required experience.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rotating and seasonal projects within OYEA with timelines, deliverables, and follow-up.
• Maintain organized project files, documentation, and shared resources.
• Actively communicate with city agencies, community organizations, schools, and external stakeholders.
• Support meaningful youth engagement efforts, including outreach, focus groups, listening sessions, and representation at city-wide events.
• Assist with purchasing, space reservations, outreach campaigns, and other logistical tasks as required.
• Track project budgets, invoices, and procurement needs in coordination with OYEA staff.
• Assist with connecting Language Other Than English (LOTE) speakers with translation and language services as needed.
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and accountability when working with youth and City stakeholders.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Public service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Overview

*This is a one-year rotating position*

The Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement (OYEA) works to uplift young voices in decision-making processes and helps advance the lives of young people across Boston through programming and resource connecting. We feel it is crucial to have young voices actively engaged in the policies and decisions that impact their lives, and our mission is to provide the platform for them to do so.

All Boston youth should have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. We aim to serve as a central hub connecting young people to these resources and opportunities across City Hall and in their communities. We also value the youth workers who are on the ground with Boston's young people each day, and aim to provide the necessary support and developmental opportunities to uplift their work. Our goal is to create and support spaces that empower our next generation to become community leaders and agents of change.

The mission of the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement (OYEA) is to support the three levels of youth work: (1) spaces and programs for young people, (2) the adults and professionals in those spaces, and (3) young people themselves. The Special Projects Fellow will support programs and initiatives that work across all three of these levels. This position will be responsible for coordinating a variety of seasonal and/or rotating projects within OYEA as well as in collaboration with other city and community partners. This position requires a self-starter with an interest in public service, youth work, civics education, attention to detail, and superior organizational skills. This role will require meaningful engagement with diverse communities across the City of Boston. This position will report to the Deputy Director.

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Coordination: Oversee a variety of rotating and seasonal projects within OYEA through implementation, including timelines, deliverables, and follow-up.
• Maintain organized project files, documentation, and shared resources.
• Actively communicate and build relationships with city agencies, community organizations, schools, and external stakeholders to support youth initiatives.
• Support meaningful youth engagement efforts, including direct outreach, focus groups, listening sessions, and representation at city-wide events.
• Assist with purchasing, space reservations, outreach campaigns, and other logistical tasks as required.
• Track project budgets, invoices, and procurement needs in coordination with OYEA staff.
• Assist with connecting Language Other Than English (LOTE) speakers with available translation and language services as needed.
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and accountability when working with youth, community partners, and City stakeholders.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of full, or equivalent part-time, experience.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred and may be substituted for two (2) years of required experience.
• Bilingual preferred.
• The ability to serve as a role model for youth and to positively engage with diverse communities.
• Interest in public service, civic engagement, youth services & programs.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Flexible schedule as some nights and weekends may be required. Travel offsite is required.
• Knowledge of the City of Boston and its neighborhoods is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and Google Suite.
• Driver’s license preferred.

Cori & Sori Check Required

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: Non-Union/$25 per hour

Hours per week: 35

The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected category.